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# 3d scanning
3D Scanning in Personalized Healthcare: Cloud-Connected Intraoral Scanners and Face Scans for CPAP Masks
An intraoral scanner sends data straight to the cloud, then prints, washes and dries right at the dental chair. Face scans drive automated CPAP mask…
3D Scanning to Reverse Engineer Ship Propellers: On-Site Repair Without Drawings, from Dubai to a US Submarine
A ship propeller was 3D scanned and reprinted with WAAM, cutting lead time by about 60%; a US submarine replaced a $200,000 alteration with a…
3D Printing Technology Comparison: SLA, FDM, SLS/MJF and SLM – Which One for Prototyping?
A detailed comparison of SLA, FDM, SLS/MJF and SLM 3D printing: pros and cons, materials, cost and how to choose the right one for prototyping.
Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing Cost: What Drives the Price and How to Optimize Your Budget
Rapid prototyping and 3D printing cost depends on technology, material, size and complexity. Learn the key price factors and tips to optimize your budget.
Foam CNC & Wood CNC in Rapid Prototyping: When Are They Cheaper Than 3D Printing?
Foam CNC and wood CNC make large prototypes fast and cheap. Learn when to choose CNC over 3D printing to save cost and time.
Custom 3D Design Services, Production-Ready Files | CT3D
Custom 3D design from 2D drawings, photos, sketches, ideas or physical samples with 3D scanning. Delivered as STEP, IGES, STL or SLDPRT. Same-day quotes from…
Mold Reverse Engineering: Tolerances, Draft Angles, Shrinkage
Mold reverse engineering from plastic parts, injection and casting molds: tolerances, draft angles and shrinkage compensation. 3D scan to mold-ready CAD at CT3D.
GD&T Inspection with 3D Scanning: Geometric Tolerances and Datums
GD&T inspection with 3D scan data: flatness, circularity, concentricity, position, profile and how to set up datums per the drawing. CT3D prepares GD&T reports nationwide.
What Is 3D Inspection? Methods, Benefits and When to Use It
What is 3D inspection and how is it different from calipers and micrometers? Optical scanning, CMM and X-ray CT compared, with benefits and when to…
Reverse Engineering Services: 6-Step Process and Checklist
What a reverse engineering service is, the 6-step process from physical part, 3D scan and mesh to CAD and deviation check. Sample checklist, choosing a…
Covid-19 Hardships – A Humanitarian Journey Begins
How Lamborghini, Tesla, Ford, Metran and others used 3D printing and creative engineering to build ventilators and protective gear during Covid-19.
Board Games Get More Fun with 3D Printing
How players use 3D printing to make dice towers, custom pieces and even whole board games of their own.